21st Cyprus Rialto World Music Festival to take place in July 2026

The 21st edition of the Cyprus Rialto World Music Festival is scheduled to take place from July 8 to 21, 2026, in Limassol. Organized by the Rialto Theatre, the festival features five concerts showcasing artists from Cyprus and Greece, aiming to promote cultural exchange. Events will be held at the Rialto Theatre and the adjacent SEK parking area, with most performances offering free admission. The opening event on July 8 features Martha Frintzila, The Kubara Project, and the Kalogeraki Bros, with tickets priced between €18 and €22. Subsequent performances include Kobrah Habibi on July 12, the band Nabuma on July 16, and Koza Mostra on July 17. The festival concludes on July 21 with a performance by the Near to Far East – Cyprus Kollective Big Band. This year marks the festival's debut participation in the European Festivals Association network. Reservations are required for the free-entry events.